The climate in Gainesville during October can be summarized as mild and a little damp.
October is in the fall / autumn in Gainesville and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 21.9°C 71.3°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 9.8°C 49.6°F |
| Average temperature | 15.8°C 60.4°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.4 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 95 mm 3.7 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 21.9°C 71.5°F |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Windspeed | 11.5kph 7 mph |
On average October is the driest month of the year in Gainesville with around 95mm 3.7 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Gainesville in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 30.4°C 86.7°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 95mm 3.7ins |
| Sunniest month: | June | 9.6hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 9.6°C 49.3°F |
| Wettest month: | March | 158mm 6.2ins |